Aurora - Commemorazione Hong Kong 1997 - Fountain pen
02
days
05
hours
39
minutes
59
seconds
Current bid
€ 900
Reserve price met
Expert
Selected by Letizia Iacopini
Specialises in vintage and modern Italian fountain pens with over 20 years' experience.
Estimate € 1,000 - € 1,100
 | €900 | |
|---|---|---|
 | €750 | |
| €700 | |
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 142645 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Aurora Benvenuto Cellini – Commemorative Hong Kong 1997 fountain pen in sterling silver with 23 kt gold vermeil, limited to 105 of 300, featuring an 18 kt solid gold nib, piston filling, and mint condition with full original box, ink, and documentation.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Aurora Benvenuto Cellini – Hong Kong 1997
Limited Edition no. 105/300
Rarest Aurora Benvenuto Cellini, commemorative edition created in 1997 for Hong Kong and produced in only 300 numbered pieces worldwide. This specimen is no. 105/300.
The fountain pen is made of sterling silver 925, coated in 23 kt gold (vermeil), and features a particularly elegant finish that highlights Aurora’s Italian jewelry-making tradition. The contrast between the pen’s minimalist form and the richness of the gold surface gives the pen a refined, timeless appearance.
It is equipped with an original Aurora nib in solid 18 kt gold, Fine (F) size, with pleasant writing elasticity, and with the traditional piston filling system. The clip echoes the classic Aurora style.
Condition
Mint / New Old Stock – never inked and never used.
The pen presents in exceptional condition, without scratches, dents, cracks, or signs of wear. The gold plating is perfectly preserved and the engravings are crisp.
It has been inspected and is ready to be used.
Original set
The pen is supplied with its original set, including:
- original Aurora box;
- original ink bottle;
- original documentation;
- original papers/documents;
- original warranty certificate.
Benvenuto Cellini
The edition is dedicated to Benvenuto Cellini (1500–1571), one of the most representative figures of Italian Renaissance jewelry and art. Sculptor, goldsmith, and writer, Cellini compiled his experience in the famous Trattato dell’oreficeria, which has become an important reference for Italian goldsmithing over the centuries.
Aurora aimed to evoke this tradition in the creation of this special edition, entrusting silver and gold with the task of turning a writing instrument into a true collectible object.
The choice of precious materials and the extremely limited production of only 300 pieces make this Benvenuto Cellini one of the most interesting Aurora editions for the collector.
Technical specifications
Brand: Aurora
Model: Benvenuto Cellini – Commemorative Hong Kong
Year: 1997
Edition: no. 105/300
Material: sterling silver 925
Coating: 23 kt gold, vermeil
Nib: original Aurora, solid 18 kt gold
Point: Fine (F)
Flexibility: elastic/flexible
Filling system: piston
Clip: Aurora, classic style
Conditions: Mint / New Old Stock
Usage: never inked, never used
Ready to write: yes
Set: complete with box, ink, and original documentation
Indicative dimensions
Closed length: about 13.7 cm
Barrel length: about 13.3 cm
Length with cap posted: about 17.0 cm
Cap length: about 6.4 cm
Diameter: about 15 mm
An entirely original specimen, never used and preserved in conditions virtually as new, with the rare advantage of being accompanied by the complete original set.
Aurora Benvenuto Cellini – Hong Kong 1997
Limited Edition no. 105/300
Rarest Aurora Benvenuto Cellini, commemorative edition created in 1997 for Hong Kong and produced in only 300 numbered pieces worldwide. This specimen is no. 105/300.
The fountain pen is made of sterling silver 925, coated in 23 kt gold (vermeil), and features a particularly elegant finish that highlights Aurora’s Italian jewelry-making tradition. The contrast between the pen’s minimalist form and the richness of the gold surface gives the pen a refined, timeless appearance.
It is equipped with an original Aurora nib in solid 18 kt gold, Fine (F) size, with pleasant writing elasticity, and with the traditional piston filling system. The clip echoes the classic Aurora style.
Condition
Mint / New Old Stock – never inked and never used.
The pen presents in exceptional condition, without scratches, dents, cracks, or signs of wear. The gold plating is perfectly preserved and the engravings are crisp.
It has been inspected and is ready to be used.
Original set
The pen is supplied with its original set, including:
- original Aurora box;
- original ink bottle;
- original documentation;
- original papers/documents;
- original warranty certificate.
Benvenuto Cellini
The edition is dedicated to Benvenuto Cellini (1500–1571), one of the most representative figures of Italian Renaissance jewelry and art. Sculptor, goldsmith, and writer, Cellini compiled his experience in the famous Trattato dell’oreficeria, which has become an important reference for Italian goldsmithing over the centuries.
Aurora aimed to evoke this tradition in the creation of this special edition, entrusting silver and gold with the task of turning a writing instrument into a true collectible object.
The choice of precious materials and the extremely limited production of only 300 pieces make this Benvenuto Cellini one of the most interesting Aurora editions for the collector.
Technical specifications
Brand: Aurora
Model: Benvenuto Cellini – Commemorative Hong Kong
Year: 1997
Edition: no. 105/300
Material: sterling silver 925
Coating: 23 kt gold, vermeil
Nib: original Aurora, solid 18 kt gold
Point: Fine (F)
Flexibility: elastic/flexible
Filling system: piston
Clip: Aurora, classic style
Conditions: Mint / New Old Stock
Usage: never inked, never used
Ready to write: yes
Set: complete with box, ink, and original documentation
Indicative dimensions
Closed length: about 13.7 cm
Barrel length: about 13.3 cm
Length with cap posted: about 17.0 cm
Cap length: about 6.4 cm
Diameter: about 15 mm
An entirely original specimen, never used and preserved in conditions virtually as new, with the rare advantage of being accompanied by the complete original set.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model/type
Commemorazione Hong Kong 1997
Country of origin
Italy
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Gold plated, Silver
Manufacturer/brand
Aurora
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Diameter
15 mm
Length
13.7 cm
Nib size
F - Fine
Serial number
105 / 300
Sold by
